Description:
My Client, A global leading player in their field, is looking to recruit a Financial Controller to oversee financial planning, accounting practices, and delivering accurate, up-to-date financial information to Senior Management. The role involves building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including shareholders, lending institutions, and the broader financial community.
The Role
- Financial Systems & Controls: Develop and maintain robust financial systems and internal controls to support organizational goals.
- Leadership & Culture: Foster a high-performance culture within the finance team, ensuring accountability and alignment with company objectives.
- Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage financial risks to maintain long-term sustainability.
- Strategic Planning: Support business planning processes, providing insights through detailed reporting, analysis, and collaboration.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full adherence to corporate, legal, and employment regulations.
- Representation: Act as the companys financial representative in external engagements as required.
- Customer-Centric Approach: Cultivate a finance team culture that prioritizes and supports the needs of operational and front-line functions.
- Resources & Tools: Equip the team with the necessary tools, infrastructure, and systems for effective operations.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Oversee the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and cash flow management.
- Corporate Reporting: Manage the preparation and submission of corporate reports.
- Audit Preparation: Lead the preparation of consolidated annual financial statements for audit.
- Capital Projects: Approve, monitor, and control CAPEX initiatives.
- Tax Compliance: Manage tax obligations, including Corporation Tax, VAT, PAYE, and other relevant taxes.
Requirements
- Fully Qualified Accountant - ACCA, ACA, CPA or CIMA
- at Least 3 Years PQE in a similar role
- Proven expertise in contracting, negotiation, and change management.
- Strong capabilities in capital management, inventory control, cash flow management, and forecasting.
- Demonstrated experience with multi-national financial obligations and compliance.
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, with a strong ability to communicate and collaborate effectively.